mullendr11H - Rubric for Essays

Advanced (A)

Ideas are original, intelligent and successfully developed using the best textual evidence available
Clearly, precisely and insightfully addresses the writing prompt
Organization is logical and sophisticated with effective use of transitions within and between paragraphs.
Word choice is precise and highly developed
Manipulates sentence structure for stylistic effect.
Demonstrates command of mechanics, although a few errors may exist.

Proficient (B)

Ideas are logical and developed using textual evidence
Clearly addresses the writing prompt and effectively maintains it throughout the paper
Organization is logical, with effective use of transitions within and between paragraphs.
Word choice is effective
Varied sentence structure
Demonstrates an understanding of mechanics.

Basic (D or C)

Ideas are vague or underdeveloped; inconsistent use of textual evidence
Inconsistent focus on the writing prompt
Organization is lacking a logical sequence with ineffective transitions within and/or between paragraphs.
Word choice is acceptable, but simplistic and repetitive
Simple, awkward and/or confusing sentences.
Contains frequent and distracting mechanical errors

Minimal (F)

Ideas are neither developed nor supported
Little focus on prompt
Not organized in any meaningful way.
Word choice is elementary and/or consistently inappropriate for audience.
Ineffective sentences
Difficult to comprehend with frequent errors